Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Ingonish

Absolutely stunning. Over 20+ trails to choose from, easy to difficult and each trail is very difference. Lots of wildlife to observe during the right season, sea birds, eagles, hawks, bears, coyotes, moose, whales and fish. Absolutely must visit this beautiful national park.

This national park is amazing. Part of the famous Cabot Trail, it’s hard to miss since you have to, at the very least, drive through on the Cabot Trail. The variety of ocean, mountains and boreal forest is simply astounding. The trail heads and hiking trails are well marked. They provide a terrific map that classifies the trail difficulty and show great spots to stop. The very famous Skyline Trail is a MUST. It’s an easy trail, family friendly and beautifully marked and maintained. And, photos do not do justice to the views. In addition the Skyline Trail passes through boreal forest where a research project is underway examining the impact of the local moose population on the forest. Pick your trail and your vista and enjoy. And, the drive is a blast…bring your jeep, convertible or motorcycle.

This is a fantastic park. Hikes for all ages and abilities, beautiful mountains, rugged coastlines. The geology is fascinating with exposed rock formations all along the coast, a massive fault line between mountains, and a classic glacial valley.

We drove what we could of the Cabot Trail loop while on a cruise stop in Sydney. NS and it was beautiful!! Just to get to the start of the loop took at least 1.5 hours so we didn't get near as far as we hoped. There are so many places to stop and take pictures or hike a trail to a lake or waterfall or lookout... We definitely want to come back on a vacation in this area to continue our adventure! We visited in mid September and the weather was nice and cooler but if you want to see leaves turning you will have to come much later in the season. Only saw a couple of "tips" of branches with any fall color. It is around $8-9 for a park pass for adults. Worth it.

One of a kind. Must see in lifetime. A big check off my must-go checklist. I cried during driving in the park. Many thanks to the great mother nature. I used to think Banff was the best in Canada, now I doubt myself.